Production Designer

BrandActive • Toronto, CA • 2w ago

Job Description

Salary: Hourly rate of $25-$38

Our Company

BrandActivespecializes in the financial analysis, strategy, andlogisticsof rebrand implementation. Since 1998,wevehelped many of the worlds most valuable brands plan, budget, and implement brand changeoptimizingspend, improving efficiency, and reducing complexity along the way.

Our work combines industry-leading analytics with a provenmethodologyto help clients make smarter decisions, save time and money, and get more value from their brand investmentswhethertheyrenavigating a major rebrand or managing their brand day to day. You can explore examples of our work inourcase studies.

AtBrandActive,werecommitted to building an inclusive, supportive workplace where people can do their best work and grow together. We strive to set the global standard for excellence in our industry while fostering a culture rooted in trust, agility, and growth guided by our North Star: greatpeople, doinggreat work, and havinga great timedoing it.

The Opportunity

Reporting to theSenior Application Designer, the Production Designer (6 month contractor) is responsible forthe preparationofartwork,renderingsanddesign documentation.The Production Designer has a comprehensive understanding of creative development and production processes to ensure design intent is preserved throughout the project. This knowledge includes but is not limited to design ideation processes, batch artwork production, commonplace final file output requirements,anddigital file requirements for production.

We are all committed to working together to achieve our North Star of a team of great people, doinggreat workand havinga great timedoing it. As part of this, there is an expectation thatall ofour team members will contribute to internal initiatives that advance our client and/or team member experience while challenging us to be smarter, faster, better in everything that we do! We find that this allows us to be agile in our approach to the work andprovide growth opportunities for our team members.

Responsibilities

Create original artwork files in Adobe Illustrator for signage, fleet, and other physical assets

Collaborate with design lead to ensure design intent is accurately produced

Review files for quality, accuracy, and precision before delivery

Support design lead in creating sample andprototype documentation

Support design lead in translate design intent into technical specifications for RFP

Create detailed, to-scale design documents and understand shop drawings

Support review of shop drawings for specification and design element accuracy
Support review of recommendation books for brand application

Prepare artwork and layout for designs as directed by design lead

Create 2D and/or 3D renderings to visualize designs

Execute and deliver solutions with quality in a timely manner

Work with studio team members to set and maintain project schedules and proactively make changes where needed

Support design intent by gathering production information and collaborate with studio team members
Interact with clients and external stakeholders in a professional manner

Professional Development

Own your growth by setting and updating development goals, actively seeking feedback, and aligning your aspirations with business goals.

Contribute to internal initiatives thatimpactthe client and/or team member experience such as our EDI Advisory Committee, Community Impact Committee, or our Social Committee.

Bring forward smarter, faster, better solutions to processes andidentifyopportunities to be more agile in day-to-day activities.

Demonstrate inclusive and supportive behavior, contributing toBrandActivescore values of trust, agility, and growth, commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, (EDI), humanity, and wellbeing.

Qualifications and experience

2-4years as production designer

Experience in environmental and/or wayfinding preferred

Proficiency in Mac OS & Microsoft suite tools

Intermediate skills in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator

Experience creating photo renderings and production artwork that includes CAD tool dimensions

Exceptional attention to detail

Time management and organization skills required to meet deadlines

Comfortable working on and prioritizing multiple projects

Experience with prototyping and manufacturing

Experience with material and structural selection

Enthusiastic to be in production

Experience working with both internal and external stakeholders an asset

Competency in 3D rendering software (e.g.SketchUp, CAD, Adobe Dimensions, Keyshot, Rhino or Revit) is an asset

Experience in industrial or experience design is an asset

Experience with cloud-based file management systems and collaborative workflows

Proficient in leveraging AI tools to streamline and optimizeworkflows is preferred

Compensation

BrandActiveoffers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:

Competitive compensation: Contractor hourly rate between $25-$38. Total compensation depends on experience and skills.
Values ledculturefocused on humanity, trust, agility, and growth. Check outourCulture Statement.

Location

Toronto, ON

Job vacancy

This role is a backfill position.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

BrandActiveis proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion in its workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.

Accessibility Statement

BrandActiveis dedicated to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If yourequireaccommodations during the application process, please let the Talent Manager know. We are committed to partnering with you to provide support and make reasonable adjustments throughout the process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

TheApplication andInterview Process

AtBrandActive, we use AI within our recruitment process in the following ways: screening applicants and recording calls and interviews. All candidates will be notified of the use of AI at the start of a call or interview and can request to opt out. As part of our broader dedication to EDI, we continuously review and refine our use of AI to supportequitableexperiences for all applicants.

Initial Call (Pre-Screen):If your application is selected, you will have a prescreen call with the Talent Manager where we will use AI to transcribe foraccuratenote taking.